Job Description:
About the Company
We are a national facilities management company operating from four offices across the UK, with our head office based in Newcastle upon Tyne. Our business has grown rapidly over the past five years, securing long-term contracts that provide both stability and exciting opportunities for our people.
At the heart of our success is a strong commitment to training, development, and safety excellence. We invest heavily in industry-leading training programmes, ensuring our workforce is highly skilled, compliant, and continuously progressing. We are passionate about creating a culture where safety, knowledge, and professional growth go hand in hand.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven Training and Health & Safety Manager to lead and develop our company-wide training and compliance strategy, while also supporting key operational activities.
This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring all employees are fully trained, competent, and operating in line with the highest health & safety standards, alongside contributing to the smooth and efficient delivery of services across our nationwide operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of company-wide training strategies and programmes
- Deliver training to internal staff and external clients in line with BESA TR-19 standards
- Ensure all employees are trained, certified, and compliant with relevant regulations
- Take full ownership of health & safety across all operations
- Ensure compliance with all legislation, standards, and industry best practices
- Conduct regular audits, risk assessments, and site inspections
- Develop and maintain safe systems of work across all operational activities
- Support operational teams in maintaining high safety, compliance, and service standards
- Assist with the day-to-day operational oversight across multiple sites when required
- Work closely with operations management to drive performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement
- Monitor and improve training effectiveness and workforce capability
Essential Requirements
- Extensive experience within the facilities management sector
- Strong background in training delivery, coaching, and workforce development
- Train the Trainer qualification (essential)
- Recognised Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of compliance standards, including BESA TR-19
- Proven experience managing health & safety systems and compliance frameworks
- Demonstrable experience supporting or working alongside operational teams
- Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities
Package & Benefits
- Company laptop and phone
- Private medical insurance (including immediate family)
- Company pension scheme
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
